For as long as we can remember, injuries like sprains, strains and muscle aches were often treated with the R.I.C.E. method — rest, ice, compression and elevation. But, is this the best way to treat these aches and pains? Well, the answer is a bit murky.

Each year, World Diabetes Day takes place on Nov. 14 to coincide with the discovery of insulin. The original purpose of this commemorative date was to serve as a “globally celebrated event to increase awareness about diabetes.”

Awareness, however, is no longer a problem.

In the United States alone, more than 34 million people have diabetes–that’s more than the entire population of Texas.

The statistics on heart disease in America are frightening. As a society we have been avoiding the truth that heart disease continues to escalate despite pouring billions of dollars into research, medications, medical testing, and the search for the “cure.” Heart disease is the leading killer in the U.S. and now claims 910,000 American lives every year.

When you think of low back pain, you may visualize a person half-bent over with their hand on the sore spot of their back. Since many of us have experienced low back pain during our lifetime, we can usually relate to a personal experience and recall how limited we were during the acute phase of our last LBP episode.

It’s been said that if you haven’t had back pain, just wait, because (statistically) some day you will! The following list is a list of “causes” that can be easily “fixed” to reduce your risk for a back pain episode.

MATTRESS: Which type of mattress is best? The “short answer”: there is no single mattress (style or type) for all people,

Are you currently pregnant or thinking about having a baby soon? If you answered yes to either question, hopefully you are also seeing a chiropractor. A woman’s body goes through countless changes while pregnant, not only hormonally, but also posturally and bio-mechanically. Low back pain is almost imminent during pregnancy; chiropractic care offers a non-invasive,

Chiropractors most commonly treat musculoskeletal system (MSK) injuries and conditions such as sprains and strains arising from slips and falls, auto accidents, sports injuries, or simply over doing it. In fact, in today’s world, the use of manipulation in the management of biomechanical disorders of the spine is regarded as a “mainstream”

The foods we put into our grocery carts affect far more than just our waistline. Choosing nutrient-dense foods plays a lifelong role in the health of our skin, the purity of our internal organs, and our susceptibility to cancer. Clean eating creates resiliency in the body and can be easily incorporated into any diet without breaking the bank or consuming too much time.